Topical treatment of acne vulgaris for the nurse practitioner
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1Department of Veterans Affairs, Kauai Community-Based Outpatient Clinic, Lihue, Hawaii, USA.
Abstract:
Managed care has encouraged primary care providers to expand their management capabilities to include those diseases traditionally referred to specialists. Acne vulgaris is a common skin disorder that makes up 20% of a dermatology practice. Acne can have significant psychosocial ramifications that may improve with treatment. Most acne patients have a mild to moderate grade of acne that can be successfully treated with topical therapy. Tools are provided for the diagnosis and assessment of acne, and a practical approach to treatment is offered.
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